A

25 terms starting with "A".

As f***; used as an intensifier

As far as I know

Away from keyboard

Short for "aggression"; the attention or targeting priority a player draws from enemies

Cheating software that automatically aims for the player

Algorithm (The Algo)

Informal shorthand for a platform's content-recommendation system

All Your Base Are Belong to Us

Poorly translated video game dialogue from a 1990s Japanese game, used as an absurdist catchphrase

Slang for a dominant, confident personality type

Informal term for the more offbeat, ironic, and niche corner of TikTok's algorithm, contrasted with mainstream "Straight TikTok"

Always Has Been

Two-panel image of an astronaut pointing a gun at another astronaut after realizing a shocking truth, captioned "Always has been"

Ask me anything; open Q&A format

Video format recommending inexpensive, often niche products found on Amazon

Meme format built around the game Among Us, using "sus" to accuse someone of suspicious behavior

Ancient Aliens Guy

Screenshot of History Channel guest Giorgio Tsoukalos with wild hair, captioned "aliens" as an absurd explanation for anything

Exclamation of surprise or mild embarrassment

Aesthetic inspired by religious and celestial imagery — halos, wings, soft light, and clouds

Viral joke event ("Storm Area 51") proposing to raid the secretive US military base to "see them aliens"

Aesthetic celebrating creative, artsy self-expression — paint-splattered clothes, berets, and gallery-inspired style

Arthur’s Fist

Screenshot of the cartoon aardvark Arthur clenching his fist in frustration

As soon as possible

Creating a fake grassroots appearance for a campaign that's actually centrally organized or funded

Ate (and left no crumbs)

Did something perfectly, with no flaws

A person's vibe, presence or perceived coolness.

Deliberately acting in a way designed to make yourself look more impressive or composed.